The Sacramento Brief

by Carol M

Season 2

The Sacramento Brief Tuesday September 8, 2026 | Deadly officer involved, shooting closes Highway 50

Two Early-Morning Chases, Retail Theft Crackdown & Election Deadlines In today’s Sacramento Brief: Sacramento police report two early-morning arrests following separate foot and bicycle pursuits. Rancho Cordova police conduct a retail-theft enforcement operation along Zinfandel Drive, recovering suspected stolen merchandise. Plus, Sacramento County opens the filing period for write-in candidates in the November General Election, and today’s events include beginner improv and a four-week playwriting workshop. Links and Sources Sacramento Police Department Daily Activity Log Rancho Cordova Police Department Retail-Theft Operation Sacramento Weather Forecast Sacramento County General Election Update Sacramento County Election Information Register to Vote in California Intro to Improv Games — Tickets and Information First Draft in Four Weeks — Registration Listen to The Sacramento Brief on Spotify, YouTube Podcasts or your favorite podcast platform.

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Sep 8, 2026

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The Sacramento Brief Monday, September 7, 2026| Four Injured in Shooting Near Sacramento State

Four Injured in Shooting Near Sacramento State Sacramento police are investigating an early-morning shooting near Granite Regional Park that left four people injured. Investigators have not confirmed whether it is connected to a separate report of gunfire at Sacramento State. Also in today’s brief: Sacramento’s warming forecast, registration for the inaugural CAPBIO Summit at Aggie Square, and Weezer kicks off The Gathering tour tonight at Golden 1 Center. Today’s links: Four injured in shooting near Sacramento State⁠ Sacramento Police daily activity logs⁠ National Weather Service Sacramento forecast⁠ Register for the CAPBIO Summit⁠ Weezer at Golden 1 Center⁠ More Sacramento events⁠ Today’s Sacramento Brief is sponsored by Strong Coffee Company⁠. Save 20% with code SACBRIEF at checkout. Listen, follow and share The Sacramento Brief—your quick daily update on what’s happening around Sacramento.

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Sep 7, 2026

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The Sacramento Brief Friday September 4, 2026 | Rosemont Standoff Ends in Death, Madison Avenue Shooting & Labor Day Weekend Events

Rosemont Standoff Ends in Death, Madison Avenue Shooting & Labor Day Weekend Events It’s Friday, September 4th. Here’s what’s happening in and around Sacramento: 🔹 ROSEMONT HOMICIDE INVESTIGATION A roughly three-hour standoff in the Rosemont area ended with a woman detained and an adult man found dead inside a home. Sacramento County Sheriff’s homicide detectives are investigating. Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office update 🔹 MADISON AVENUE SHOOTING Deputies are investigating after a man was shot in the leg outside a laundromat in the 5400 block of Madison Avenue Wednesday night. He was hospitalized in stable condition. Investigators are looking for witnesses and surveillance video. Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office ☀️ WEATHER Sunny today with temperatures near 80. The weekend stays sunny and mild, with highs in the low-to-mid 80s. National Weather Service — Sacramento Forecast 🚸 CITY WATCH Sacramento has approved a $2.25 million Vision Zero project to improve pedestrian and traffic safety around seven city schools. Improvements will include crosswalks, curb ramps, signs, pavement markings, bicycle treatments and traffic-signal upgrades. Sacramento City Express — School Safety Improvements 🎉 WEEKEND EVENTS 🧘 Sunset Yoga, Sound Bath & Wine Friday at Wolfe Heights Estates Winery. Event details & tickets 🎭 Sac Theatre Con Fundraiser Friday night at CLARA Studios, featuring dancing, karaoke, games and more in support of Sac Theatre Con. Event details & tickets 🤍 Big Meech Mansion Day Party — Labor Day Weekend Saturday at Verkade Estates in Elk Grove. Event details & tickets 🎶🍷 R & Wine Rhythm Festival featuring Howard Hewett Sunday at Wolfe Heights Estates Winery. Event details & tickets ☕ SPONSOR Support The Sacramento Brief’s sponsor, Strong Coffee Company. Use code SACBRIEF at checkout. Shop Strong Coffee Company 🎧 The Sacramento Brief Your daily Sacramento news, weather and events update. Listen on Spotify, YouTube Podcasts or your smart speaker.

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Sep 4, 2026

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The Sacramento Brief Thursday September 3, 2026 | Nine Downtown Burglaries, Rosemont Standoff Arrest

The Sacramento Brief — Thursday, September 3, 2026 Nine downtown Sacramento businesses have been burglarized since Monday night, and Sacramento Police are investigating what they’re calling a “rash” of break-ins. Plus, an overnight standoff in Rosemont ends with one person in custody. Also today: a chance of rain, Sacramento increases its grass-conversion rebate to as much as $5,000, and a look at an overnight Sacramento nightlife event. Links & Resources 🌦️ Sacramento Weather — National Weather Service https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=38.534264&lon=-121.443586 🌱 City of Sacramento — Up to $5,000 Grass Conversion Rebate https://sacramentocityexpress.com/2026/09/01/get-up-to-5000-to-replace-grass-with-water-efficient-landscaping-for-a-limited-time/ ☕ Strong Coffee Company Use code SACBRIEF for up to 20% off. https://strongcoffeecompany.com/ 👢 Botas y Botellas — Event Information https://www.eventbrite.com/e/botas-y-botellas-tickets-1999066601017 🎙️ The Sacramento Brief Listen on Spotify, YouTube Podcasts, or your favorite podcast platform. #Sacramento #SacramentoNews #TheSacramentoBrief #LocalNews #SacramentoCA

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Sep 3, 2026

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The Sacramento Brief Wednesday September 2, 2026 | Man Shot in South Natomas, Guns Seized in Separate Arrest & New County Program

THE SACRAMENTO BRIEF — SEPTEMBER 2, 2026 Today: A man is recovering after a suspected drive-by shooting in South Natomas, Sacramento police make an arrest after a gun threat at a board-and-care residence, and Sacramento County launches a new treatment and housing program aimed at breaking the cycle of repeat arrests. Plus: your Wednesday weather and two local events to put on your calendar. WEATHER National Weather Service Sacramento https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=38.534264&lon=-121.443586 CITY WATCH Sacramento County Partners to Create New Pathways to Treatment, Recovery and Stability https://www.saccounty.gov/us/en/articles/2026-articles/sacramento-county-partners-to-create-new-pathways-to-treatment-r.html SUPPORT THE SACRAMENTO BRIEF Help Carol Keep Sacramento Informed and Connected https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-carol-keep-sacramento-informed-and-connected EVENTS 🔬 Science Café: Science Trivia Wednesday, September 2 • 6:30–8 PM A Seat at the Table Books — Elk Grove https://www.eventbrite.com/e/science-cafe-by-asattci-science-trivia-registration-1995683482017 📚 Author Talk featuring Tamaira “Miss Tee” Sandifer Thursday, September 3 • 6–8 PM Underground Books — Sacramento https://www.eventbrite.com/e/author-talk-featuring-tamaira-miss-tee-sandifer-tickets-1997641745235

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Sep 2, 2026

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The Sacramento Brief Tuesday September 1, 2026 | Deadly Train Collision, Midtown Gun Arrest & Sacramento’s $9.2B Budget

The Sacramento Brief — Tuesday, September 1, 2026 A deadly train collision in south Sacramento County, a Midtown gun and DUI arrest, Sacramento County’s revised $9.2 billion budget, today’s weather, and a couple of ways to get moving around town. NEWS CHP Traffic Information https://www.chp.ca.gov/traffic/ Sacramento Police Daily Activity Log https://apps.sacpd.org/Dailies/index.aspx WEATHER National Weather Service — Sacramento https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=38.534264&lon=-121.443586 CITY WATCH Sacramento County FY 2026–27 Revised Recommended Budget https://www.saccounty.gov/us/en/articles/2026-articles/fiscal-year-2026-27-revised-recommended-budget-available.html#gsc.tab=0 EVENTS Power Vinyasa Yoga — Ritual Wellness House https://www.eventbrite.com/e/power-vinyasa-yoga-tickets-1993565551229 Tuesday Vibes — Line Dance Class https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tuesday-vibes-line-dance-class-tickets-1996748657987 SPONSOR Strong Coffee Company Use code SACBRIEF for up to 20% off. SUPPORT THE SHOW https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-carol-keep-sacramento-informed-and-connected?attribution_id=sl:986a48ea-1bd0-47f7-b1d3-3a55fe453d03&lang=en_US&ts=1771597178&utm_campaign=man_ss_icons&utm_content=amp17_tc&utm_medium=customer&utm_source=copy_link

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Sep 1, 2026

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The Sacramento Brief Monday August 31, 2026 | Two Major Convictions, County Accountability and Elk Grove Fun

Two Sacramento County defendants have been convicted in separate cases involving gunfire directed at occupied vehicles. Devin Devon Smith faces up to 24 years in prison, while Anthony Gibbs faces a maximum of 31 years and four months. Plus, Sacramento County reports progress and continuing challenges in its homeless-service programs, including plans for a forensic audit of countywide spending. And two family-friendly events are happening today at A Seat at the Table Books in Elk Grove. NEWS Sacramento County District Attorney press releases: https://www.sacda.org/category/media/press-release/ WEATHER National Weather Service Sacramento forecast: https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=38.534264&lon=-121.443586 CITY WATCH Homeless Services: Progress, Challenges, and the Work Ahead: https://www.saccounty.gov/us/en/articles/2026-articles/homeless-services-progress-challenges-and-the-work-ahead.html#gsc.tab=0 EVENTS Ashley’s Summer Reading Program Pizza Party Monday, August 31 | 5–6:30 p.m. A Seat at the Table Books, Elk Grove https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ashleys-summer-reading-program-pizza-party-tickets-1996266400542 Soda & Stories: An All-Ages Read-Aloud Monday, August 31 | 7–8:15 p.m. A Seat at the Table Books, Elk Grove https://www.eventbrite.com/e/soda-stories-an-all-ages-read-aloud-tickets-1996900383803 Strong Coffee Company Save up to 20% at Strong Coffee Company with code SACBRIEF at checkout.https://strongcoffeecompany.com CLICK HERE! DONATE NOW! SPONSOR THE SHOW! Follow, like and subscribe to The Sacramento Brief for Sacramento news, weather, community updates and local events.

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Aug 31, 2026

4:24

The Sacramento Brief Friday August 28, 2026 | Sacramento Shooting, DUI Checkpoint & a Weekend Weather Surprise

Sacramento Shooting, DUI Checkpoint & a Weekend Weather Surprise Here’s what’s in today’s Sacramento Brief: 🚔 South Hagginwood Shooting — One man was hospitalized after a shooting near Del Paso Boulevard and Helena Avenue Thursday evening. Police detained a suspect. 🚨 DUI Checkpoint Tonight — Sacramento Police will conduct a DUI checkpoint somewhere in the city from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. https://x.com/sacpolice/status/2093011523182694561?s=46&t=PhCR2qG_2J0JHQypV0KFew 🌦️ Weekend Weather — Slight rain chance Friday morning, then clearing. Sunny Saturday and Sunday with highs in the upper 80s. https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=38.534264&lon=-121.443586 🏛️ City Watch — Four properties were added to Sacramento’s historic register, including the former El Dorado School and homes in Oak Park and East Sacramento. https://sacramentocityexpress.com/2026/08/27/four-sacramento-properties-receive-historic-landmark-designation/ ☕ Sponsor: Strong Coffee Company — Use code SACBRIEF for up to 20% off. https://strongcoffeecompany.com/ ❤️ Support The Sacramento Brief https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-carol-keep-sacramento-informed-and-connected WEEKEND EVENTS 🫖 Tea Ceremony + Sound Bath — Fri., Aug. 28, 6–8 p.m., Ritual Wellness House, 2114 P Street. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tea-ceremony-sound-bath-expereince-tickets-1996459514150 🎤 Hip Hop Congress International Conference — Fri.–Sun., Aug. 28–30. Film, panels, workshops, live music and a Sunday park jam. https://www.hiphopcongress.com/ 🌴 H.E.R.E. x Esther’s Park Day Party — Sun., Aug. 30, 5–9 p.m., 3408 3rd Avenue. 21+. Free with RSVP before 5:30 p.m.; $20 after. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/here-x-esthers-park-day-party-sunday-august-30th-tickets-1998835456658 Thanks for listening to The Sacramento Brief.

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Aug 28, 2026

6:35

The Sacramento Brief Thursday August 27, 2026 | A Year Later: Arrest Made in Sacramento Infant Homicide

A Year Later: Arrest Made in Sacramento Infant Homicide On today’s Sacramento Brief: • Sacramento Police announce an arrest in the 2025 homicide of a 4-month-old child. https://x.com/sacpolice/status/2092671824480055628?s=46&t=PhCR2qG_2J0JHQypV0KFew • A suspect is arrested after police say an armed person was found inside an unlocked vehicle on Graeagle Way. https://apps.sacpd.org/Dailies/index.aspx • Sacramento weather: increasing clouds and hot, with a high near 97. https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=38.534264&lon=-121.443586 Today’s sponsor: Strong Coffee Company Sacramento Brief listeners can save 20% with code SACBRIEF at checkout. Shop Strong Coffee Company⁠ • City Watch: SAFCA is seeking public comment on proposed improvements to the Morrison Creek and Beach Lake levees in south Sacramento. https://sacramentocityexpress.com/2026/08/24/have-your-say-on-proposed-south-sacramento-levee-improvements/ • GO Fund Me Support: If you’d like to support or share my GoFundMe campaign, you can find it here. Thank You https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-carol-keep-sacramento-informed-and-connected?attribution_id=sl:986a48ea-1bd0-47f7-b1d3-3a55fe453d03&lang=en_US&ts=1771597178&utm_campaign=man_ss_icons&utm_content=amp17_tc&utm_medium=customer&utm_source=copy_link • Tonight: Drypoint Printmaking with Tetra Pak at Verge Center for the Arts. https://vergecontemporary.org/classes/ • Friday: Sunset Social Club — rooftop fitness, recovery and community at MIX Downtown. https://sunset-social-club-august.eventbrite.com/?aff=sacramento365

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Aug 27, 2026

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The Sacramento Brief Wednesday August 26, 2026 | SWAT Standoff Shuts Down Oak Park Street

A SWAT response and police standoff shut down part of 44th Street in Oak Park before ending safely with the suspect detained. Plus, Sacramento offers free overdose-response training for nightlife workers, a school supply drive gets underway, and Bravo fans have a Wednesday night gathering in Midtown. NEWS 🚔 Oak Park SWAT Response — 44th Street Sacramento Police responded to a disturbance involving a suspect believed to possibly have a firearm. Crisis negotiators and SWAT were deployed. The suspect was later detained and the streets reopened. https://x.com/sacpolice/status/2092457230494994609 WEATHER ☀️ Sacramento Forecast — National Weather Service Sunny and hot today with a high near 98°. Mostly clear tonight with a low around 66°. https://www.weather.gov/sto/ SPONSOR ☕ Strong Coffee Company Sacramento Brief listeners can save up to 20% with code SACBRIEF. https://strongcoffeecompany.com/ CITY WATCH 💜 Free Naloxone Training for Hospitality & Nightlife Staff Thursday, August 27 | 3–4 p.m. 300 Richards Blvd., Room 221 Free training includes overdose recognition, Narcan administration and information about the BarCan program. Participants receive a Narcan kit and additional response resources. RSVP: nighttime@cityofsacramento.org https://sacramentocityexpress.com/2026/08/24/free-naloxone-training-offered-for-sacramento-hospitality-and-nightlife-staff/ EVENTS 🍷 Bravo Wednesdays at Joneck’s Wine Lounge Wednesday | 5–8 p.m. 2231 J Street, Sacramento Free admission. Bravo shows, wine and a community watch-party atmosphere. https://www.jonecks.com/events 🎒 Center for Fathers & Families School Supply Drive August 26–28 | 10 a.m.–5 p.m. 920 Del Paso Boulevard, Sacramento Donations include backpacks, notebooks, pencils, pens, crayons, markers, folders, binders and gift cards. https://www.cffsacramento.org/ The Sacramento Brief Local news. Weather. City Watch. Things to do. Keeping Sacramento caught up — one brief at a time.

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Aug 26, 2026

4:35

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